BREAKING: A Motherwell after-school worker has been handed a two-year warning after making disturbing comments about harming a child. Brogan Walker-Andrews, employed at Firtrees Nursery, allegedly stated she would “seriously take a gun and shoot” a child during her shift on or around December 10, 2022. This shocking revelation comes from a report by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
The SSSC’s investigation revealed that Walker-Andrews made her threatening remarks in front of both a child and a colleague, stating, “I could seriously take a gun and shoot him.” This language not only raised alarms but also posed a significant risk to the emotional well-being of the children present.
According to the report, Walker-Andrews also expressed violent thoughts saying, “I could swing for these kids” while in the presence of minors. The colleague who witnessed these comments was taken aback, to which Walker-Andrews reportedly responded, “What, that I could swing for them? I could.”
The SSSC condemned Walker-Andrews’ behavior, stating, “You made comments of a disturbing nature that suggested inflicting harm on young children.” The authority emphasized that even without the intent to act on such words, threatening language can instill fear and anxiety in young minds.
While the SSSC noted that the inappropriate comments occurred over a single day and there was no evidence of prior similar behavior, they expressed concern over the implications of Walker-Andrews’ remarks. The report concluded that her fitness to practice was indeed impaired, warranting the warning.
Parents and guardians in the community are urged to remain vigilant following this unsettling incident. The SSSC’s decision to impose a warning underscores the critical importance of safeguarding children in educational environments.
As this story develops, further updates are expected regarding the measures taken by Firtrees Nursery to ensure the safety and mental health of its children. The community is left grappling with the implications of such alarming statements being made in a childcare setting.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities continue to address the situation.
